Sterling, Michigan
Sterling: human settlement in Arenac County, Michigan, United States of America
About
Sterling is a city located in the county of Arenac in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 530 and a population density of 209 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 498 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Sterling
| Population | 498 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Arenac County |
| Postal code | 48659 |
| Area | 2.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.0334,-84.0228 |
| Altitude | 748 feet / 228 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 15:58:11 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 196 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.43% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Sterling is located at 44°2'0"N 84°1'22"W (44.0333500, -84.0227700).
Sterling map
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Weather
Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sterling decreased by 6.43% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 530 | - | census |
| 2011 | 522 | -1.53% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 519 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 516 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 513 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 512 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 506 | -1.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 502 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 501 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 499 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 498 | -0.2% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sterling, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 493424 | Career Quest Learning Center-Bay City Branch | Bay City (MI) | 48706-1234 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sterling, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TWC | Tawas City, MI | 1020 West Lake Street | BUS |
| BCY | Bay City, MI | 1124 Washington Avenue | BUS |
| SGW | Saginaw, MI | 511 Johnson Street | BUS |
| CLC | Cadillac, Michigan | 1202 North Mitchell St. | BUS |
| MTO | Manton, Michigan | Junction U.S. 131 & M-42 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Sterling.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Sterling Post Office | Sterling (MI) | 48659 |
Other places with the same name (13)
- Sterling, Virginia census-designated place in Loudoun County, Virginia, US with a population of 27,822 people.
- Sterling, Illinois city in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States with a population of 14,313 people.
- Sterling, Colorado city in Colorado with a population of 14,078 people.
- Sterling, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts with a population of 8,166 people.
- Sterling, Ohio unincorporated community in northwestern Milton Township, Wayne County, Ohio, United States with a population of 4,577 people.
- Sterling, Connecticut town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 3,764 people.
- Sterling, New York town in Cayuga County, New York, United States with a population of 3,023 people.
- Sterling, Pennsylvania township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania with a population of 1,420 people.
- Sterling, Oklahoma town in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States with a population of 777 people.
- Sterling, Nebraska human settlement in Johnson County, Nebraska, United States of America with a population of 454 people.
- Sterling, Utah town in Sanpete County, Utah. with a population of 326 people.
- Sterling, Kansas city in Kansas with a population of 204 people.
- Sterling, North Dakota unincorporated community in North Dakota with a population of 161 people.
Other cities in Arenac County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Arenac County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Worth | 3,597 | Civil township in Sanilac County, Michigan. |
| Pine River | 2,197 | Township in Arenac County, Michigan |
| Standish | 1,794 | Township in Arenac County, Michigan |
| Au Gres | 885 | Township in Arenac County, Michigan |
| Arenac | 844 | Township in Arenac County, Michigan |
| Maple Ridge | 740 | Human settlement in Michigan, United States of America |
| Omer | 288 | City in Arenac County, Michigan, United States |
| Twining | 168 | Settlement in Michigan, USA |
| Turner | 102 | Human settlement in Arenac County, Michigan, United States of America |